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El Salvador<br />

Gift giving<br />

• Gifts are not expected at an initial meeting, but are<br />

appreciated.<br />

• If invited to a Salvadoran home, it is appropriate to<br />

bring flowers, wine, or quality candy.<br />

Communication style<br />

• Indirect communication is very common.<br />

• Most Salvadorans stand a little less than an arm’s<br />

length apart during conversations.<br />

• There is a decent amount of touching during<br />

conversations.<br />

• Direct eye contact is expected and appreciated during<br />

conversations.<br />

• Salvadorans are expressive with both hands and face.

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